According to a report by TEAMtalk on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, Aston Villa are seriously considering a move for Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia, with manager Unai Emery reportedly impressed by the Belgian international and keen to strengthen his midfield options.

Villa are understood to be exploring the possibility of signing Lavia following an injury to Amadou Onana, which has increased the need for additional options in the middle of the pitch.

According to Fussball News, Emery has been particularly impressed by the Chelsea midfielder, with Aston Villa scouts reportedly monitoring his performances in recent weeks as the club considers a potential approach.

A transfer fee of around €35 million, approximately £29 million, is reportedly being discussed as Villa assess whether they can reach an agreement with Chelsea for the 22-year-old.

However, the proposed valuation could prove problematic, especially considering Chelsea’s position on the midfielder. The Blues are reportedly not interested in selling Lavia and are understood to have no intention of allowing him to leave Stamford Bridge during the upcoming transfer window.

The situation could also become complicated because Lavia himself is reportedly comfortable at Chelsea and is not actively seeking an exit. The report claims that the Belgian midfielder would prefer to remain at Stamford Bridge rather than force a move elsewhere.

Nevertheless, the possibility of regular first-team football could influence his thinking if circumstances change. Lavia would reportedly consider his options if another club could offer him a more prominent role and consistent opportunities in the starting lineup.

However, his current situation at Chelsea suggests there may be little reason for him to push for a departure. Despite previous fitness problems that disrupted his progress since arriving at Stamford Bridge, the midfielder is beginning to enjoy a more consistent spell.

Indeed, he has become an important part of Chelsea’s midfield setup, with no other midfielder at the club reportedly making more appearances than him this season.

His recent performances have also attracted attention, particularly in Chelsea’s matches against Liverpool and Manchester United. According to FotMob ratings cited in the report, Lavia received a 7.2 rating in the draw against Liverpool before producing an impressive 8.9 performance and registering an assist in the subsequent 2-0 victory over Manchester United.

Those displays underline why Emery is reportedly interested in bringing him to Villa Park, although convincing Chelsea to negotiate could be difficult.

Interestingly, the potential transfer links come amid reports that Chelsea are also monitoring Aston Villa midfielder Boubacar Kamara. However, Villa are similarly reluctant to lose the Frenchman.

With both clubs reportedly unwilling to part with their midfielders, the possibility of either deal materialising remains uncertain. For now, Villa’s interest in Lavia is developing, but Chelsea’s position and the player’s apparent willingness to stay could make negotiations particularly difficult.